1993 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 438 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Samara | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
